Heavy Equipment Operator

## Heavy Equipment Operator IApply:
Hinton Landfill:
Full time:
Posted Today:
JR103196##
** Summary
* * Responsible for operating heavy equipment and other vehicles for the purpose of excavating, processing, compacting substances on a daily basis.  Also, responsible for the efficient operation and care of assigned equipment.  This position will normally operate a water truck, dump truck, or roll-off truck at the landfill site.##
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*** Maintain the functionality, appearance and safety of the work area or facilities in compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations.
* Haul cover materials for construction.
* Maintain landscape, drainage and slope erosion measures of the landfill.
* Clean roads and parking areas to maintain appearance and safety.
* Maintain safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment.
* Perform pre-trip/ post-trip vehicle inspections and complete daily work sheet for equipment operated.
* Keep work location and vehicle in order.
* Resolve customer inquiries.
* Able to proficiently operate a Water Truck, Dump Truck & Batwing Mower and preferably able to operate other landfill related heavy equipment.##
** Minimum Qualifications
*** High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
* 1+ years related experience with a variety of solid waste and other automotive equipment
* Valid Class C Texas driver’s license
* Ability to maneuver and operate heavy equipment that required for Landfill operations
* Ability to lift 50 pounds or more several times daily

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.##
** Preferred Qualifications
** Education/

Experience:

* Six months additional training past the high school level
* Additional years’ experience with a variety of heavy earth moving or automotive equipment
* Class A TCEQ Municipal Solid Waste license or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
* Considerable knowledge of safety standard practices governing the operation of vehicles
* Considerable knowledge of the principles, operation and servicing of heavy equipment
* Skill to operate controls for required equipment
* Ability to properly use, operate and care for tools, equipment and materials
* Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to equipment
* Ability to read and understand operator’s manual##
** Licenses and Certifications
*** Valid Class C Texas driver's license
* Completion of a defensive driving course within six months of hire##
** Physical Requirements / Work Environment
** The incumbent works primarily in a vehicle; with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.  Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.  8-10 hours drive time on a daily basis in all weather conditions.  Must possess sufficient vision to accurately read written and typed documents.